"I did delegate at times last year, but I usually took over before the game was over," Spurrier said at a spring practice press conference, per The Big Spur's John Whittle. "I certainly plan on doing it. I'll be ready to do it and go from there.

"I think the best thing is to go from the get-go all the way next year."

Spurrier shared the play-caller role several times last season. His son, wide receivers coach Steve Spurrier Jr., notably called plays in South Carolina's 35-17 loss to Clemson - the Gamecocks' first loss to their in-state rivals since 2008.

The 69-year-old Spurrier said he will still take suggestions from assistants, including his son; running game coordinator Shawn Elliott, and quarterbacks coach G.A. Mangus. All three had a hand in play-calling last season.

"Done that ever since I've been here," Spurrier said, per Whittle. "Suggestions here and there, especially on the run game, at times. But not always. I listen to them, but don't always go with the suggestions, which is expected."

Spurrier is known for his play-calling prowess. He showcased it several times last season, including in an impressive 38-35 win over Georgia and a dramatic 42-35 loss to Auburn in which the Gamecocks went for it on fourth down six times.

So, no matter how well South Carolina does next season, the Gamecocks' offense should at least be more entertaining with the Head Ball Coach back in full command.